In this week’s Action for Peace, we focus on efforts to:
🙌 Thank leaders who helped free a Palestinian-American teen
🔓 Keep up pressure to release Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya
🛑 Demand a “Yes” vote to stop war on Venezuela
🧠 Learn about the crackdown on Palestinian speech
Take Action
🙌 VICTORY: MOHAMMED IBRAHIM FREED FROM ISRAELI PRISON
After 9 months in Israeli military detention, Mohammed Ibrahim, a 16-year-old Palestinian-American from Florida, was released on November 27. His release is the result of tireless advocacy by family, lawyers, and members of Congress.
📖 Read the full story from Al Jazeera
Now, take one more step: thank the elected officials who fought for his freedom.
📞 Please call today and thank them for their leadership.
These short calls make a real impact. Even if you’re not in their district, gratitude helps keep Palestine on the legislative agenda.
🏛️ Lead Champions:
Sen. Chris Van Hollen (MD): (202) 224-4654
Sen. Jeff Merkley (OR): (202) 224-3753
Rep. Kathy Castor (FL): (202) 225-3376
Rep. Maxwell Frost (FL): (202) 225-2176
Rep. Rashida Tlaib (MI): (202) 225-5126
Rep. Pramila Jayapal (WA): (202) 225-3106
Rep. Summer Lee (PA): (202) 225-2135
Rep. Ayanna Pressley (MA): (202) 225-5111
Rep. Delia Ramirez (IL): (202) 225-5701
Rep. Chuy García (IL): (202) 225-8203
Rep. Jim McGovern (MA): (202) 225-6101
🖋️ Also signed the letter: Sen. Warren, Duckworth, Kaine, Welch, Warnock, Sanders, Wyden, Heinrich, Murray, Markey, Luján, Schatz, Schiff; Reps. Gwen Moore, Jerrold Nadler, Adam Smith
🎙️ Attended the press conference: Reps. Mark Pocan, Lateefah Simon
🔓 FREE DR. ABU SAFIYA
Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, a pediatrician and hospital director in Gaza, remains imprisoned by Israel for providing care during a genocide. 📢 Keep the pressure on for his immediate release.
🛑 NO WAR ON VENEZUELA
Congress may soon vote on a War Powers Resolution on Venezuela. A “yes” vote will affirm that it is illegal to launch unauthorized military action, as per both U.S. and international law.
👉 Urge your Senators to vote YES
Explore & Learn More
🎙️ Peter Beinart interviews Mahmoud Khalil
A deep dive into the current wave of repression against Palestinian students and advocates.
🎙️ Interview: Boycott, Solidarity, and Taking Responsibility
In this episode of the Occupied Thoughts podcast, Foundation for Middle East Peace fellow Ahmed Moor interviews Peter Beinart about his controversial decision to speak at Tel Aviv University, his public apology, and the broader questions of solidarity, strategy, and accountability.
